Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- witty
- wistful
- melancholic
- date night
- rainy day
What critics said
Critics broadly viewed the film as a promising, generally favorable independent romantic dramedy whose strongest moments were tempered by an overly familiar resolution.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Nora is in her thirties, dissatisfied with work, and distressed by the relationships and family milestones surrounding her.
Nora’s unexpected relationship with Julien, a quirky Frenchman, expands her perspective beyond her established New York routine.
Nora’s dating frustrations, career dissatisfaction, family pressure, and emotional awakening drive the narrative.
Nora compares herself with Audrey’s apparently perfect marriage and with peers who are married or raising children.
Films like Broken English, and why
Before Sunset
shared intimate romantic drama, emotionally hesitant protagonists, and urban dating themes
Enough Said
shared contemporary relationship uncertainty, conversational romance, and bittersweet wit
The Holiday
shared female-centered romantic comedy, self-discovery, and melancholy humor
Obvious Child
shared independent romance, awkward dating, and emotionally candid character work
Movie Details
- Director
- Zoe Cassavetes
- Release Date
- 2007-06-22
- Runtime
- 97 min
- Rating
- 5.9 / 10 (80)
Cast
- Parker Posey
- Drea de Matteo
- Tim Guinee
- Gena Rowlands
- Melvil Poupaud
- Justin Theroux
- Peter Bogdanovich
- Roy Thinnes
- Michael Panes
- Philip Pavel
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Broken English about?
- A restless New York career woman finds unexpected emotional freedom when a charming French stranger disrupts her carefully contained single life.
- What is Broken English like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Broken English as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Broken English violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Broken English.
- What did critics think of Broken English?
- Critics broadly viewed the film as a promising, generally favorable independent romantic dramedy whose strongest moments were tempered by an overly familiar resolution.
- Which films are like Broken English?
- Films with a similar feel include Before Sunset, Enough Said, The Holiday, and Obvious Child.
- How long is Broken English?
- Broken English runs 97 minutes.
- Where can I watch Broken English?
- In United States, Broken English streams on Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel.
